Buffehrs
Key Takeaway
Buffehrs is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01744 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLIMAX MINE (TAVIS ROGERS EXT 727)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buffehrs?
Buffehrs is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buffehrs?
Buffehrs is owned by CLIMAX MINE (TAVIS ROGERS EXT 727) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffehrs built?
Buffehrs was completed in 1918, making it 108 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Buffehrs?
Buffehrs serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buffehrs?
Buffehrs has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Buffehrs last inspected?
Buffehrs was last inspected on August 9, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.